Ingredients
– 8 ounces cheese tortellini
– 1 pound medium shrimp, peeled and deveined
– 4 cloves garlic, minced
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon butter
– 1/4 cup chicken broth
– 1/4 cup heavy cream
– 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
– Salt and black pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Grated Parmesan cheese (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Shrimp Tortellini with Garlic Sauce is straightforward when you follow these simple steps:
1. Boil the Tortellini: In a large pot of salted boiling water, cook the tortellini according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Sauté the Shrimp: In a large skillet over medium heat, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once heated, add the shrimp. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the shrimp turns pink and opaque. Remove the shrimp from the skillet and set aside.
3. Prepare Garlic Sauce: In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and butter. Once melted, add minced garlic and red pepper flakes. Sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
4. Add Liquid Ingredients: Pour in the chicken broth and stir, scraping any brown bits from the bottom of the skillet. Allow it to simmer for 2 minutes before adding the heavy cream. Stir to combine.
5. Combine Everything: Return the shrimp to the skillet and add the cooked tortellini. Toss everything together gently to coat in the garlic sauce. Allow cooking for another 2-3 minutes to heat through.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if necessary.
7. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle with fresh parsley and add grated Parmesan cheese on top before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Fat: 25g
- Protein: 30g